In order to seamlessly integrate the High Voltage (HV) equipment required for Ship to Shore power and to comply with regulatory standards, Toll engaged in a comprehensive risk assessment. This involved the development of operating procedures, switching instructions, and specialized training for marine engineers tasked with operating the 11kV equipment.

Thomson Bridge played a pivotal role in this project by collaborating with Toll's marine engineers to create high voltage safe access procedures and switching instructions for both energization and maintenance. Our team of High Voltage practitioners, working alongside Learning specialists, partnered with Toll's engineers to devise scenario-based training programs. These programs aimed to enhance the skills of engineers in operating the newly introduced plant and equipment, a technology unprecedented in the Australian context.

The procedures and task-based training were designed to accommodate the regulatory requirements of both state jurisdictions and adhere to the specific protocols of the electricity network owners – PowerCor on the Melbourne side and TasNetworks on the Tasmanian side.

Project Details

Key elements of the project include the installation of a new substation and cable dispenser, along with the implementation of a high voltage 11-kV power system for Toll’s terminal. This collaborative effort involved TasNetworks, PowerCor, TasPorts, Port of Melbourne and technology providers such as Kongsberg Maritime from Norway, WE Tech Solutions from Finland, and Siemens Australia/Germany and Cavotec Australia on the quayside. Additionally, the new power system is expected to enhance the refrigerated container capacity at the terminal.